Weed Eater 530087729 Transporting And Storage, SPECIAL NOTICE This unit is not, Adjust The Handle

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

SAllow the engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle.

SEmpty fuel tank before storing or transport- ing the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it

stops.

SStore unit and fuel in an area where fuel va- pors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

SStore unit so line limiter cannot accidentally

cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.

SStore the unit out of the reach of children. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.

SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not

equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines to be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you operate in a locale where such regula- tions exist, you are legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operating con- dition of these parts. Failure to do so is a viola- tion of the law. If a spark arrestor is required in your area, contact your Authorized Service Dealer for the proper kit.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow- ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel dam- age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek med- ical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these prob- lems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi- tion of this tool.

WARNING: Make sure unit is properly as- sembled and all fasteners are secure.

ADJUST THE HANDLE

SLoosen wing nut or plastic knob on handle. S Rotate handle to upright position and tight- en in a comfortable position between the

trigger and the safety label on the tube. Tighten handle securely.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING: The shield must be properly installed. The shield provides partial protec- tion from the risk of thrown objects to the oper- ator and others and is equipped with a line lim- iter which cuts excess line. The line limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

SInsert bracket into slot on shield.

SPivot shield until bolt passes through hole in

bracket.

SSecurely tighten wing nut.

SRemove packing cover from the arbor shaft if so equipped. Thread trimmer head onto shaft; tighten securely against dust cup.

Bracket Wing Nut

Slot

Dust Cup

Shield

This engine is certified to operate on un- leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is recom- mended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing

3.2ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on the container. Always read and follow the safety rules under FUEL SAFETY.

Starting Position

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